Turtle Mountain Community College

Turtle Mountain Community College is a private nonprofit, four-year institution located in Belcourt, North Dakota. The college enrolls 925 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 60.33 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 54% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 100% (IPEDS 2023). As a tribally controlled community college, it serves the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and surrounding communities.

The college offers vocational and technical programs across several in-demand fields. These include HVAC Maintenance Technology, Welding Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, and Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant. The mix of skilled trades and healthcare support programs provides practical career pathways relevant to both local industry needs and broader workforce demands.

Situated in the rural, remote community of Belcourt on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in north-central North Dakota, the college serves a vital role as both an educational institution and community anchor. Turtle Mountain Community College offers accessible vocational training in trades and healthcare for students in a region with limited postsecondary options.